Backfilling of Foundation
Activity Time Schedule - 2days
The backfilling was estimated to take up 12 trips of laterite at cost of 7k per trip .At the moment we have used just 4trips with the remaining supply coming tomorrow.

We recognise the fact that the way we carry out building projects in Nigeria lacks the attention to detail being practiced in other regions because of the professionalism exhibited by their artisans who are well paid and have to follow the well detailed and enforced building codes.

podosci:
We recognise the fact that the way we carry out building projects in Nigeria lacks the attention to detail being practiced in other regions because of the professionalism exhibited by their artisans who are well paid and have to follow the well detailed and enforced building codes.

I'm ready to pay if the same product is delivered.

podosci:
Backfilling of Foundation
Activity Time Schedule - 2days
The backfilling was estimated to take up 12 trips of laterite at cost of 7k per trip .At the moment we have used just 4trips with the remaining supply coming tomorrow.

How many ton in each trip?

Thanks.

Not all Client have the appreciation to pay for detail like the way you appreciate detail in the straightness of blocks and the perfect right angles of the corners. But we need strictly enforced building codes in Nigeria

each trip should be around 10 tonnes

EgunMogaji:


I am EgunMogaji AKA Olosha Oko and I approve this block work. It shows straightness and seriousness of detail.

Please buy your bricklayers a bottle of beer on me today, let them know someone appreciates their detail work.

Make that two bottles please. The "straightness" was what captured my attention instantly...and yes Podosci and Abdulwastecx should also have one on me!

EgunMogaji:

Please buy your bricklayers a bottle of beer on me today, let them know someone appreciates their detail work.

I won't mind non-alcoholic Hennessy too o... Me and AbdulWastecx, because we be Alhajis o.

Hajji M.

mufutau55:


I won't mind non-alcoholic Hennessy too o... Me and AbdulWastecx, because we be Alhajis o.

Hajji M.

I thought Alhajis were allowed to use "Schnapps" to strictly wash the mouth ONLY. At least that's what a local Alfa told me many years ago in Abeokuta.

Once when I went to Vegas, I was driven by a middle eastern cabbie who had his dashboard all adorned with islamic stuff. So I asked him how he managed his faith in "sin city". Oh boy I shouldn't have asked.....

EgunMogaji:

I thought Alhajis were allowed to use "Schnapps" to strictly wash the mouth ONLY. At least that's what a local Alfa told me many years ago in Abeokuta.
Once when I went to Vegas, I was driven by a middle eastern cabbie who had his dashboard all adorned with islamic stuff. So I asked him how he managed his faith in "sin city". Oh boy I shouldn't have asked.....

mufutau55:


I won't mind non-alcoholic Hennessy too o... Me and AbdulWastecx, because we be Alhajis o.

Hajji M.

Without sin there will be no forgiveness.....

I saw an "eleha" at a bar in March. But that's for another thread

So yes props to the two "ogas at the top" and their capable workmen.

Beers for all, but only after work hours for gods sakes

@EgunMogaji
@PropTrader

You guys are killing me oh! LOL!!!

Hajji M.

Nice work @abdulwastecx.. Following..

abdulwastecx:


long time boss....how is kogi?

kogi just dey o.

mufutau55:


I won't mind non-alcoholic Hennessy too o... Me and AbdulWastecx, because we be Alhajis o.

Hajji M.

Lol sir.... we wouldn't mind sir.

PropTrader:


Make that two bottles please. The "straightness" was what captured my attention instantly...and yes Podosci and Abdulwastecx should also have one on me!

The brick layers were top notch, able to deliver what we really want with the foundation. They justify the extra effort we put in getting them to site from port Harcourt, we have to pay for the transport and all that.

With level of straightness, they were able to achieve 220blocks each per day, which is an exceptional feet from them. The closeness of our accommodation to site also play a significant part.

abdulwastecx:


The brick layers were top notch, able to deliver what we really want with the foundation. They justify the extra effort we put in getting them to site from port Harcourt, we have to pay for the transport and all that.

With level of straightness, they were able to achieve 220blocks each per day, which is an exceptional feet from them. The closeness of our accommodation to site also play a significant part.

welcome to idemmilli. please what's the project estimate? can we see a floor plan?

My Ogas, I always enjoy reading your threads and the learning I get from building projects. I will like if you will indicate BOQ costs similar to the 3-bed u built in PH earlier this year. I am working on proposals for low-cost mass housing units for oyigbo ph and umuahia port Harcourt. There will be flexible payment plans over 2 years. We want to make it as cheap as possible. In that regard, what will the following cost at both places with similar designs as building above a. 2-bed detached bungalow b. 3-bed ditto c. 2-bed semi detached bungalow d. 3-bed ditto. ThanksThanks you can reach me on. 07089996950 WhatsApp and call.

EgunMogaji:


Seems to be quite a lot of pillars on this build.

Can you explain why this much on a bungalow?

Thanks.

I have my pencil and paper ready and sitting straight in my chair. In fact I might just drag out my old school uniform to complete the ensemble to represent the seriousness that I'm giving this subject

Ahah I'm writing down names of Noise makers

Contact perfect touch Aluminium for your windows and other Aluminium works, we will offer you a great and friendly service. Tel:08153665659)
(Whatsapp too),08067079715. Thanks

adeekiti:
Contact perfect touch Aluminium for your windows and other Aluminium works, we will offer you a great and friendly service. Tel:08153665659)
(Whatsapp too),08067079715. Thanks

You dey work for that side?

Onuokwu:


You dey work for that side?

No be Naira dem go pay?

If a Martian posts that he's building an intergalactical station in Jupiter you're sure to see Mr. Ekitis ad there too.

Onuokwu:


You dey work for that side?

yes if u want our service sir

EgunMogaji:


No be Naira dem go pay?

If a Martian posts that he's building an intergalactical station in Jupiter you're sure to see Mr. Ekitis ad there too.

aha sir Ibadan sef no dey carry last u know

abdulwastecx:


Ok sir... We are developing a building model that will pay more emphasis on the strength of the building.
What we have been able to do was to introduce ten column per flat to make the house more rigid. this is necessary when you look at the strength of the block we generally use in our building construction.

Thee columns were spaced with minimum distance of 3.6m to help carry the intended concrete facial ( parapet ) and roofing load.
The columns were also reinforced with minimum diameter of steel to reduce cost.

From cost perspective, its not out of place to reinforced the building with about N 76,000 in other to avoid any structural failure in the future, considering the fact much more will be spend on the finishing phase.

Here is a simple breakdown of the column:
1.footing with size of 600mm x 600mm only need 8nr of 600mm bar
total number of footings = 20
nr of bar required = 20 x 8 x 0.6/12 = 8 bars
cost of Y12 @ N1,100 = N8,800

columns of 3.75m high
20 nr of column with four bars per column
number of bar required = 20 x 4 x 4/12 =27bars
cost of bar = N1,100 x 27 = N29,700

Links of 750mm length spaced @ 400mm center to center
Number required = 3/0.4 x 20 x 0.75/12 = 10Y10 bars
Y bar is N900/br = N9,000

Binding wire = N2,000

Total amount on materials = N48,500

Workmanship = N25,000

Transport = N 2,500

Total =N75,500

Nice response I must say sir and highly comprehensible and dis is wot u get wen 2 good heads work together as 1.

Let the pictures keep coming as d project progresses.
And by d way, hope u r enjoying Anambra sir.

EgunMogaji:


How many ton in each trip?

Thanks.

there r some materials u don't rilly know d tonnage becos they r not being scaled or weighed at d point of loading but d tonnage can only be guessed by seeing d truck delivering it. 3 of such materials r d sharp sand, gravel and d laterite.
D laterite doesn't rilly carry so much weight.

D only materials dat r being scaled and weighed at d PoL r just d Quarry products.

adeekiti:
yes if u want our service sir

EgunMogaji:


No be Naira dem go pay?

If a Martian posts that he's building an intergalactical station in Jupiter you're sure to see Mr. Ekitis ad there too.

You are both on point! Just that I have seen some suppliers/contractors who have specified their areas of coverage. And that is very understandable too....no need taking up assignments in far flung locations when you know your capacity to deliver is limited.

Onuokwu:


You are both on point! Just that I have seen some suppliers/contractors who have specified their areas of coverage. And that is very understandable too....no need taking up assignments in far flung locations when you know your capacity to deliver is limited.

mobility is te factor involve but once their are proper arrangement for that, services can be offer anywhere and accommodation is sorted out.. Once u av a good services to offer then your client can pay for your service at any cost..

Dear Thread owners, any updates?

If you don't mind, can you share the floor plan of this building?

continuation of foundation feeling:

estimated quantity of sand fill : 12 trips of 15 tonnage vehicle
Quantity of sand fill used : 16 trips of 15 tonnage vehicle

Estimated time of filling and compaction : 3 days
Expended time of filling : 3 days

cost of filling the foundation @ N7,000 = N112,000
Labour cost = N50,000
Total cost = N162,000

application of polystyrene materials: This is done to prevent moisture from rising through the wall.

casting of the damp proof course, popularly known as German floor;
materials :
1. 67bags of cement
2. 3 trips of sharp sand
4. 15tonnes of gravel